In this episode of 'That Queer Fitness Podcast,' co-hosts Lizzy and Rya delve into the concepts of internalized fatphobia and body neutrality, discussing their personal experiences and societal impacts.

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More on Body Image: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work/research/body-image-how-we-think-and-feel-about-our-bodies/body-image-and-ethnic-background 

00:00 Introduction and Mental Health Check-In

04:01 Icebreaker: Kendrick vs. Drake

11:02 Internalized Fatphobia in Pop Culture

20:57 The Ozempic Craze

27:19 Exploring Body Trends in Pop Culture

31:10 Practicing Body Neutrality

37:06 Personal Reflections on Internalized Fatphobia

41:52 Q&A: Addressing Internalized Fatphobia

54:15 Strange Places Internalized Fatphobia Appears

57:20 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

In this episode of That Queer Fitness Podcast, co-hosts Lizzy and Rya discuss their personal experiences and perspectives on Pride Month. They address their lack of celebratory energy this year, influenced by broader global and domestic issues. The conversation covers the meaning of pride, past Pride event experiences, and how their views on these events have evolved. 

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00:00 Introduction

01:36 Pride Plans This Year

03:48 What Pride Means to Us

06:21 Our First Pride

13:44 Current Sentiments on Pride

21:02 Incorporating Pride into Fitness

28:11 Q&A: Should Kids Attend Pride?

35:49 Closing Thoughts

In this episode of That Queer Fitness Podcast, co-hosts Lizzy and Rya discuss various aspects of emotional health in queer relationships. They touch on the lessons learned from past relationships, the challenges of family acceptance and family planning, and the specific issues that queer couples face. The conversation includes personal anecdotes on navigating U-Hauling, setting boundaries, and maintaining emotional health in relationships.

National Domestic Violence Hotline: https://www.thehotline.org/

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00:00 Introduction

01:08 Today's Topic: Queer Relationships and Emotional Health

07:09 The Concept of U-Hauling

12:09 Navigating Emotional Health in Queer Relationships

22:53 Toxic Relationships

26:36 Trauma Bonding 

28:41 Sunk Cost Fallacy

33:29 Attachment Styles and Emotional Awareness

37:28 Family Acceptance and Chosen Family

41:04 Navigating Emotional Health in Relationships

44:40 Q&A: Maintaining Emotional Health

50:23 Closing Thoughts 

In this episode of That Queer Fitness Podcast, cohosts Lizzy and Rya discuss the various ways anger and rage manifest, and how the gym can help with that. They talk about their personal experiences with anger, how it affects them physically and mentally, and share different coping mechanisms including exercise, meditation, and creative outlets.

RESOURCES:

Open Path Collective

Therapy Resources by State

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00:00 Introduction

02:40 Our Pet Peeves

04:49 Rage in the Gym

11:33 Coping Mechanisms for Anger

17:59 Unaddressed Anger: Physical and Emotional Impact

22:43 Anger and Exercise

25:35 Personal Experiences with Anger in the Gym

31:42 Other Thoughts

37:50 Q&A Session

46:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of That Queer Fitness Podcast, cohosts Lizzy and Rya taste test and rank various protein bars, focusing on factors such as caloric content, macro balance, cost, and taste. 

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00:00 Welcome and Disclaimer

00:38 Introduction 

03:17 Protein Bar Taste Test Begins

10:21 Bars #1

19:14 Bars #2

26:26 Bars #3

34:00 Bars #4

39:18 Bars #5

44:82 Bonus Bar from Lizzy

46:32 Final Reviews and Rankings

51:55 Q&A: Choosing the Right Protein Bar

In this episode of That Queer Fitness Podcast, co-hosts Lizzy and Rya, conclude their interview with guest Maddie Dragsbaek. They dive into assessing one's relationship with social media, maintaining sexual and relationship health while dating, and Maddie’s experience with coming out as bisexual online. 

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00:00 Welcome to That Queer Fitness Podcast!

00:37 Diving into Social Media's Impact on Mental Health

04:56 Exploring Relationship and Sexual Health

17:28 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Dating

21:28 Embracing Bisexuality and Overcoming Stereotypes

33:44 Staying True to Fitness and Movement Intentions

37:37 Closing Thoughts

In this episode of That Queer Fitness Podcast, co-hosts Lizzy and Rya, welcome their next guest Maddie Dragsbaek. After discussing Maddie’s history with movement we get into alternative forms of movement and managing mental health while existing online. Part 2 coming next week!

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00:00 Welcome to That Queer Fitness Podcast!

01:03 Maddie's Movement Journey TLDR

07:51 Exploring Alternative Fitness and Queer Spaces

12:49 Navigating the Emotional Landscape of Fitness

21:21 The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health

41:22 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Episodes

In this episode of That Queer Fitness Podcast, co-hosts Lizzy and Rya delve into their personal experiences with veganism and vegetarianism, discussing the reasons behind their dietary choices, the impact on health and environment, and navigating the challenges associated with these lifestyles. 

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Content warning: Talk of deceased animals and animal dissection from 7:31 - 11:54

00:18 Introduction

01:00 Icebreaker: Why we chose to be Vegan and Vegetarian 

12:47 Exploring the Pros of Vegan and Vegetarian Diets

24:32 Addressing the Cons and Challenges

40:15 Listener Q&A: Personal Experiences with Veganism and Vegetarianism

In this episode of That Queer Fitness Podcast, cohosts Rya and Lizzy discuss the concept of intersectionality in fitness and queer communities. They underscore the importance of understanding and respecting the diverse identities within the queer community, including race, gender, sexuality, ability, and socio-economic status. They acknowledge their limitations in representing all experiences and commit to inviting guests from various backgrounds to enrich the podcast.They stress the importance of creating a safe, inclusive space for all listeners and encourage open feedback to foster community and growth.

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00:20 Introduction

02:37 Icebreaker: What are you proud of?

05:00 The Facade of Balance

10:11 Intersectionality and our Blind Spots

33:05 Q&A Section

In this episode of That Queer Fitness Podcast, cohosts Lizzy and Rya explore the multifaceted experience of being LGBTQ+ in gym environments and coming out at the gym. They discuss whether it's necessary to formally come out in these spaces, sharing personal experiences and highlighting the additional layers of complexity for non-binary and trans individuals. They conclude by emphasizing the importance of navigating gym spaces in ways that feel safest for queer individuals.

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00:18 - Introduction

01:11 - Icebreaker: Favorite day at the gym

06:19 - Coming Out at the Gym: Experiences and Perspectives

20:00 - Navigating Gender Identity and Pronouns in Fitness Spaces

26:12 - Coming Out at the Gym: Passive Existence and Active Choices

30:37 - Addressing Misgendering and Safety in Gym Environments

34:26 - The Decision to Come Out at the Gym: Necessity vs. Preference

37:34 - Personal Experiences and Final Thoughts on Queer Identity in Fitness Spaces